LOCATED IN THE ORCHARD MALL 6385 ORCHARD LAKE ROAD AT MAPLE WEST BLOOMFIELD 48322 248.855.4488 /-) At JARC, Cohen teaches classes, consults on programs and performs some chaplaincy work. Among the pro- grams she has helped plan are a month- ly Rosh Chodesh group and a dance midrash program that combines Torah study with modern dance improvisa- tional techniques. Currently, Cohen is in the midst of writing a grant proposal to expand Judaic training for JARC caregivers, most of whom are not Jewish, and initi- ate collaborative programs with area synagogues. "She seems to have an instant rap- port with many different types of peo- ple," said Lynn Medow, JARC's admin- istrative consultant. "She's especially gifted at speaking with our clients and relating to them. At Congregation T'Chiyah, Cohen teaches family and adult classes, con- sults with members planning life-cycle events and serves as a resource, provid- ing ideas and materials for congregants who are leading services. "They've been functioning without a rabbi for more than 20 years so they don't need me to lead services," said Cohen, adding, "They're very empow- /— ered Jews at T'Chiyah. They feel very comfortable writing their own divrei Torah [commentary] and they're always excited about learning more. There are a lot of rabbis all over this country who would be thrilled to have Jews who are so engaged with Judaism in their con- gregation." Although Cohen's job is only official- ly five hours per week, T'Chiyah President Harold Gurewitz said it seems like she spends more time than that, noting that she's taken on various responsibilities not outlined in her orig- inal job description. "We're a lay-led congregation, but it's good to have a professional assist us," he said. "Her advice helps us focus on things in a pro- ductive way." Prior to her current positions, Cohen, who lives in Ann Arbor, worked at the Agency for Jewish Education of Metropolitan Detroit and the Hebrew Day School of Ann Arbor. She served for several years as associate director at the Tufts University Hillel in Boston, but returned to Michigan two years ago to be close to family. When not exploring Jewish issues, Cohen indulges her other passion: the creative arts. A studio art/art history major in college, Cohen loves going to art museums and recently started study- ing modern dance, attending several classes per week. MONDAY-TUESDAY WEDNESDAY FRIDAY - SATURDAY 10AM - 5:30 PM THURSDAY 10 AM - 8 PM 1°•1ETAL. ART Oven to Tableware with Pyrex Inserts by Dessau Brass - are guaranteed to brighten up your next party! (most mfrs) Plus... Complimentary Sift Wrapping • FINE DESIGNER FURNITURE • ACCESSORIES • GIFTS 6644 Orchard Lake Rood at Maple West Bloomfield • 248 .55.5 1600 Mon-Thur 10-5 Tue-Wed-Fri-Sot 10-6 Sun 12-5 - Brandeis University Used Book Sale '98 Michigan's Largest and Best TEL-12 MALL Telegraph at 12 Mile Rd., Southfield OPENING NIGHT, WED., AUGUST 5TH 9:30 P.M.-Midnight DONATION $5.00 Sale continues August 6 thru August 12 10 A.M.-9 P.M. Daily, Noon-5 P.M. Sunday FREE ADMISSION 1/2 PRICE TUES. AUG. 11, WED. AUG.12 Sponsored by the Greater Detroit Chapter Brandeis University National Women's Committee 8/7 1995 Detroit Jewish News 19